Yumi Hwang-Williams is a renowned classical music artist who has made a name for herself as a violinist. She was born in Seoul, South Korea, in 1970, and grew up in a family of musicians. Her father was a violinist, and her mother was a pianist. From a young age, Yumi showed a keen interest in music, and her parents encouraged her to pursue her passion. Yumi began playing the violin at the age of four, and by the time she was six, she had already won her first competition. She continued to excel in music, and at the age of 12, she moved to the United States to study at the Juilliard School in New York City. There, she studied under the tutelage of Dorothy DeLay, one of the most renowned violin teachers of the 20th century. Yumi's talent and hard work paid off, and she quickly established herself as a rising star in the classical music world. In 1989, she won the prestigious Naumburg International Violin Competition, which helped to launch her career. She went on to perform with some of the world's most renowned orchestras, including the New York Philharmonic, the Los Angeles Philharmonic, and the Boston Symphony Orchestra. One of Yumi's most notable performances was her solo debut with the New York Philharmonic in 1995. She performed the Tchaikovsky Violin Concerto, which is considered one of the most challenging pieces in the violin repertoire. Her performance was met with critical acclaim, and she was praised for her technical skill and emotional depth. Yumi has also been recognized for her work as a chamber musician. In 1994, she co-founded the Da Camera Society of Houston, which is dedicated to promoting chamber music in the Houston area. She has also performed with the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center and the Seattle Chamber Music Society. Throughout her career, Yumi has received numerous awards and honors. In addition to the Naumburg International Violin Competition, she has won the Avery Fisher Career Grant, the S&R Washington Award, and the Pro Musicis International Award. She has also been a featured artist on NPR's "Performance Today" and has been a guest on "The Late Show with David Letterman." Yumi is known for her passionate and expressive playing style, which has earned her a devoted following among classical music fans. She is also known for her commitment to music education and has taught at the University of Colorado Boulder and the University of Houston. She has also given masterclasses at institutions around the world, including the Juilliard School, the New England Conservatory, and the Royal Academy of Music in London. In recent years, Yumi has continued to perform and record music. In 2018, she released a recording of the Brahms Violin Concerto with the Colorado Symphony Orchestra, which was met with critical acclaim. She has also performed with the Houston Symphony and the San Diego Symphony Orchestra. Yumi's contributions to the classical music world have been significant, and she has inspired countless musicians and music lovers around the world. Her dedication to her craft and her commitment to music education have made her a beloved figure in the classical music community.

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